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Q276RGT

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,999 mi
Last recorded7,999 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ276RGT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 7,999 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 7,871 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 7,820 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 7,577 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 7,379 miles

Nearside Rear brake cylinder slight leak

Pass 4 Sep 2020 7,262 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 7,124 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 6,783 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 6,554 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 6,189 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 5,728 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 5,533 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 5,037 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 4,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 4,599 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,228 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 4,022 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 3,893 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,512 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 2,599 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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Q276RGT is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q276RGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q276RGT registered?

Q276RGT is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is Q276RGT safe to buy?

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